Physical Disabilities Housing & Support

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  • The Housing Stability Support Bankoffers financial assistance to low-income community members to obtain or retain their housing and offers financial assistance to those at risk of homelessness to remain housed. They provide interest-free loans to assist with Rental Arrears, first month’s rent (ODSP recipients only) and/or last month’s rent. Occasionally, they offer short-term grant money to use instead of loans. However, they tend to be depleted very quickly.

    They also assist with the completion of Ontario Electricity Support Program applications. Applications are completed by appointment only. Please contact The Housing Stability Bank for an appointment at one of the 9 locations throughout London.

    Tel: 519-964-3663

    Email: housing@centreofhope.ca

    Address: 281 Wellington St., London, Ont. N6B 2L4

  • Cheshire Homes of London, Inc. is a non-profit, government-funded organization that provides housing and attendant services to enable adults with significant physical disabilities and frail seniors to live actively, independently, and with dignity in various communities throughout London.

    • Rent is geared to income

    • 24/hour attendant services available

    • Wheelchair accessibility

    • Self-referrals accepted

    Tel: 519-439-4246

    Email: cheshire.info@cheshirelondon.ca

    Address: 2-1111 Elias St., London, Ont. N5W 5L1

  • The Housing Access Centre(HAC) provides information, takes applications, and maintains the waitlist on behalf of the housing providers for social housing in the City of London and Middlesex County for housing such as:

    • Rent-Geared-to-Income Housing

    • Private Non-Profit Housing

    • Federal Non-Profit Housing

    • Co-Operative Housing

    • Rent Supplements/Subsidized Programs

    HAC administers and maintains the centralized waitlist on behalf of the housing providers. The housing providers continue to be fully responsible for their own tenant/member selection.

    Acceptance to housing is need-based, and waiting lists are long. Units are available for families, seniors, the physically and developmentally challenged, low-income earners, sole-support parents, and individuals discharged from psychiatric care.

    Under certain circumstances, you may qualify for Special Priority Status or Urgent Status.

    Tel: 519-661-0861

    Email: hac@london.ca

    Address: Citi Plaza ~ 355 Wellington St., Suite 248 (Second Floor), London, Ont.

    Website: london.ca/living-london/community-services/homeless-prevention-housing

  • The Ontario Electricity Support Program provides monthly on-bill credits for lower-income customers to help reduce their electricity bills. If you heat with electricity or use electronically-powered medical devices, you may receive higher credits.

    There are two ways you can apply:

    Tel: 1-855-831-8151

    TTY to TTY: 1-800-855-1155

    Email: help@ontarioelectricitysupport.ca

    Address: Mailing Address: PO Box 1540, Station B, Ottawa, Ont. K1P 0C7

  • March of Dimes Canada is a Home & Vehicle Modification Program that provides funding for basic home and/or vehicle modifications. Their mission is to maximize the independence, personal empowerment, and community participation of people with physical disabilities

    Their programs are intended to assist permanent Ontario residents with a sustainable impairment expected to last one year or more, with their disability management.

    Tel: 519-642-3999

    Address: 920 Commissioners Rd. East, London, Ont. N5Z 3J1

    Home and Vehicle Modification Program (HVMP) and Assistive Devices Program:

    Tel: 519-642-3700

    Address: 291 King Street, 3rd Floor, London, Ont. N6B 1R8

  • The Participation House is a non-profit community-based organization committed to encouraging and creating an inclusive community where its clients have access to all the community has to offer and are included in a valued and meaningful way. They provide assistance to people with significant physical and/or developmental disabilities to reach their full potential, live in their own homes, participate in the community, and enjoy life with family and friends. The Participation House provides an alternative to institutional care. They provide 2-4 adults homes, home-based supports, and day and recreational programs.

    24-Hour support services available.

    Tel: 519-660-6635

    Email: info@phsscommunity.com 

    Address: 620 Colborne St., Suite 101, London, Ont. N6B 3R9

    Website: www.phsscommunity.com/

  • St. Joseph’s Hospice is an end-of-life care facility with a commitment to provide exemplary hospice palliative care. They offer a haven where those living with a terminal illness, their caregivers, family members, and the bereaved experience compassion, hope, and healing. St. Joseph’s has a dedicated and compassionate team of registered nurses, registered practical nurses, personal support workers, spiritual care providers, physicians, and volunteers. There is no cost to the individual and/or the family to stay in the residence or to access any of the supportive services.

    Tel: 519-438-2102

    Email: info@sjhospicelondon.com

    Address: 485 Windermere Rd., 3rd Floor, London, Ont. N5X 2T1